Why Replace Missing Teeth? And How You Can.
Too many adults in our nation assume that losing a natural tooth is normal. Yes, accidents contribute to some tooth loss but the number one
Too many adults in our nation assume that losing a natural tooth is normal. Yes, accidents contribute to some tooth loss but the number one
It wasn’t all that long ago when people believed their brains were dormant during sleep. We now know that our brains are busy throughout the
It’s Valentine’s Day so I thought I’d address something that many Americans think of when it comes to this day — chocolate! Over the years,
Denture wearers typically experience the same thing at one time or another. They notice their once-snug denture doesn’t fit quite as well. This may first
The reason we have periodic checks on the alignment and air pressure of our vehicle’s tires is to maintain proper balance. When a wheel is
I occasionally run across fads and trends on the internet related to dental care, some of them very concerning. I remember seeing a number of
A friend wanted to have an eyelid lift (also known as blepharoplasty) to get rid of heavy bags under her eyes and sagging skin drooping
I remember watching an episode of “The Three Stooges,” where Curly Joe was the unfortunate ‘patient’ of Moe. Using large, toolbox pliers, Moe was using
Dental Implants are the most successful tooth replacement option available, having up to a 98% success rate. Today, there are over forty implant systems, each
Hairy Tongue – sounds pretty scary, doesn’t it? It’s actually a medical condition that sounds worse than it really is. A Hairy Tongue occurs when
For most who are familiar with crown lengthening, the procedure is associated with one that improves the appearance of a smile. For esthetic reasons, crown
It’s amazing how even minor disparities can have a significant impact. For example, when sitting at a wobbly table in a restaurant, using just a
When numbing is needed for a dental procedure, we love that most patients compliment our comfortable injections. Performed carefully and administered slowly to enhance comfort,
The holiday season has most of us anguishing over gifts. This time of year seems to trigger an annual quest of sorts to find that
Most patients have a ‘cleaning’ during their 6-month dental check-ups, which are known as ‘prophys’ in the dental profession. Prophy is an abbreviated term for
A growing number of American adults are opting for Dental Implants to replace missing teeth. As a dentist, I know what a wise investment they
Most baby boomers grew up sitting down to a table to eat a meal. For many of us and the generations before us, there was
Consider that your mouth is the first part of your body to come in contact with cigarette or cigar smoke. Although many people think of
I recently attended the 66th Annual Conference of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). Held October 11-14 in San Diego, this gathering included course
While most people see only their top, front teeth while brushing or getting ready for the day, dental professionals have a more intricate view of
For those of us who remember the weekly television program, “Extreme Makeover” (on ABC network from 2003-2007), two individuals were taken through life-changing appearance makeovers.
By the average age of 13, a normal mouth has 32 teeth. Then, between ages 17 – 21, the third molars appear, which are also
Over the years, I’ve seen many dental advancements in the techniques and materials for replacing natural teeth. I’ve had a strong commitment to staying ahead
No one wants to experience discomfort. That’s why most of us reach for an NSAID when we have a headache or use eye drops to